Wildlife and Pests
Flying Foxes
Victorians should not handle flying foxes which may roost in backyard fruit trees.
Read more: Health Warning on Flying Foxes
Wasps
The most effective way to get rid of a wasp nest is to destroy the nest.
If you have European wasps nesting on your property, it is your responsibility to have them removed. To remove the nest you can contact a wasp company by looking under 'P' for Pest Controller in the Yellow Pages. Alternatively, if you feel confident you can treat the nest yourself.
For advice on treatment of European wasp nest go to European Wasp Information.
Bees
On private land: Contact the Bee Help Line on 1902 241 059 - call cost is $2.20 per minute inclusive of GST, higher from mobile and pay phones (Mediatel).
On council land: Contact the Depot on 9518 3777
Possums
For more information on possums please refer enquiries to The Department of Sustainability and Environment on 136 186.
Website: www.dse.vic.gov.au/plants-and-animals/native-plants-and-animals/problem-wildlife/possums
Swooping birds
Swooping birds are defending their nests during the spring breeding season.
For more details, go to Department of Sustainability and Environment website:
www.dse.vic.gov.au/swoop
Rodents
Rats and mice are a common problem.
If you are having problems with rodents, then the following may assist:- On your own land: You can either treat the problem yourself, or engage the services of a professional pest control company. If treating it yourself, poison baits and traps can be purchased at supermarkets and hardware stores. Wax block baits are best for external areas where the bait is likely to get wet. Dry pellet baits are more suitable for indoors.
- On your neighbour's land: You can either talk to your neighbour yourself, or advise Council's Public Health Unit and a Public Health Officer will visit your neighbour to advise them of the problem.
Controlling Rats and Mice (Rodents) in Your Home
For further enquires, please contact Monash City Council Public Health Unit - 9518 3539 or 9518 3540.
Last updated: 15 July 2011
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